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Definition of xenodochium

xenodochium

/ˌzɛn.əˈdoʊ.ki.əm/
xe · no · do · chi · um
Plural:xenodochia
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Adjective:xenodochial
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xenodochium Lexical Profile

xenodochium Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A medieval or late antique guest-house, hostel, or hospital, typically maintained by a monastery or diocese for the reception and care of strangers, pilgrims, and orphans.

Example

"The weary travelers sought food and shelter within the safety of the abbey's xenodochium."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Late Latin 'xenodochium', borrowed from the Ancient Greek 'xenodokheîon' (guest-room, hostel), combining 'xénos' (stranger, guest) and 'dékhesthai' (to receive).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Xenodochium. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/xenodochium
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